do u have to use oil or water?
14947
This stone requires water. I suggest that you soak it submerged for 24 hours before the first use. Turn it over several times during the 24 hour period. Each time you turn it over you will see new bubbbles of air escaping from the stone. Use the stone while WET! In subsequent uses, soak for between 20 minutes to 2 hours depending on how much 'new' air is escaping from the stone. I understand oil can be used in addition to water but I am told and have demonstrated that it is unneccessary. Good Luck!
14948
Oil is best but water with drop of dish soap will work. It's a decent stone.
1534059
I don't know about "have to" but I choose not too since I won't have oil with me when I need to sharpen my axe in the field. I have been using water with no ill effects, so far. I know some stones are marked as requiring oil and some state they can be used with water. But they all say not to mix the two. So if you start with oil, then stay with oil and if you start with water then stay with water. Lastly I am making my decision because if I can sharpen an axe in the field with an actual stone from the creek then I assume I can use this in the same way. Your mileage may vary and you should follow the manufacturers guidelines to be safe. Hope that helps. I don't know about "have to" but I choose not too since I won't have oil with me when I need to sharpen my axe in the field. I have been using water with no ill effects, so far. I know some stones are marked as requiring oil and some state they can be used with water. But they all say not to mix the two. So if you start with oil, then stay with oil and if you start with water then stay with water. Lastly I am making my decision because if I can sharpen an axe in the field with an actual stone from the creek then I assume I can use this in the same way. Your mileage may vary and... » Read More I don't know about "have to" but I choose not too since I won't have oil with me when I need to sharpen my axe in the field. I have been using water with no ill effects, so far. I know some stones are marked as requiring oil and some state they can be used with water. But they all say not to mix the two. So if you start with oil, then stay with oil and if you start with water then stay with water. Lastly I am making my decision because if I can sharpen an axe in the field with an actual stone from the creek then I assume I can use this in the same way. Your mileage may vary and you should follow the manufacturers guidelines to be safe. Hope that helps. « Show Less
510427
I use solid oils and leave in at all times. About once a year, or if I cook fish, I strain the grease and put it back after I have cleaned the unit.
1664819
Just mix the oil with the water.To clean, just rinse the water tank.There is no warranty.
1899071
I use a small amount of butter. Small amount of oil works well. Dry not so much.
911795
I used tablets to sanitize it. If your oil is hot I would say no and even if cold no.
1312361
Yes, you use a couple of drops of oil to several ml of water. If you have timer set for longer than your water lasts, it shuts off automatically.
997580
w d is solvent based dont use use vegetable oil if anything thinner is thinner
800754
No you don't as you have just purchased it. When it's time to clean it after it's first use then you oil it. The oil is bought separately. I recommend that you purchase the maintenance kit and this will have oil included, as for now you don't have to oil it at first installation.
970775
Yes you can. Although you need to use soapy water (and be careful not to put unit in water), I use Dawn and the cleanup is much easier. It works very fast to heat up also. Just take the cover off before you drain the oil out. One of my better investments.
1763533
I have used oil and just water. Both work great but, I'd use one or the other. Other wise, it will just wear out the stone. I was just using the stone to sharpen my lawn mower blade and my machete, today. It's an awesome stone.
1479545
Very easy. I use a dampened cloth with a bit of dish detergent. Then again with a dampened cloth of clean water. It can be wiped dry or add required amount of water and essential oils.
363014
No oil needed at all. You can melt it in the microwave, on the stove top, on a portable burner, or in a fondue pot. All work equally well. I use a fondue pot if I'm melting it away from home (like in a classroom) and then pour it into the fountain.
1196366
I don't know, haven't tried it without oil. It was too small for me after I used it only once.
1685914
No oil needed. Just run it. When finished, make sure you let all of the air escape the top tank, and leave open the valve in the bottom tank so the moisture can drain.
238707
won't hurt, but most pumps come prelubed. just don't run it without water ever and oil.
2124117
Neither you just oil . I believe there was some instruction with. I purchased mine a couple of years ago and I use it every night with lavender oil.